EFFECTIVE DATE: APRIL 27, 2026

Privacy Policy

GD Squared ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit gdsquared.com (the "Site") or interact with us through our forms, scheduling tools, or services. By using our Site or submitting information through our forms, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or submit your information.

1. Information We Collect a. Information You Provide Directly When you fill out our contact form, request a meeting, or sign up for communications, we may collect: • Name • Email address • Phone number (if provided) • Company name (if provided) • The content of your message or any other details you choose to share • Meeting preferences (date, time, topic) when booking a Zoom consultation b. Information Collected Automatically When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information, including: • IP address • Browser type and version • Device type and operating system • Pages viewed and time spent on those pages • Referring website • General geographic location (city/region level, derived from IP) This information is collected through cookies, server logs, and similar technologies (see Section 7). c. Information from Third-Party Services When you book a meeting through our scheduling tool, we may receive data from Zoom (e.g., meeting confirmation, calendar invites). When you click through from a search engine or ad, we may receive referral and campaign data from Google and similar platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect to: • Respond to your inquiries submitted through our contact form • Schedule and conduct meetings you have requested (e.g., Zoom consultations) • Send follow-up communications related to your inquiry or booked meeting • Provide marketing communications if you have opted in to receive them • Improve our Site, services, and customer experience • Analyze website traffic and engagement to understand what content is useful • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights or property • Prevent fraud, spam, or abuse of our forms and services We will not use your information for any purpose materially different from what is described in this Privacy Policy without your consent.

3. How We Share Your Information We do not sell your personal information. We may share it only in the following limited circumstances: a. Service Providers We work with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our business. These include • Email service providers (for sending and managing email correspondence) • Customer relationship management (CRM) tools (for tracking inquiries) • Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (for video meetings) • Google Workspace (for calendar and email) • Hosting and analytics providers (for running our website) These vendors are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we authorize. b. Legal Requirements We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, court order, or other legal process, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others. c. Business Transfers If GD Squared is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4. How We Protect Your Information We use commercially reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect the personal information you share with us. These include encrypted connections (HTTPS), secure third-party services, and access controls limiting who within our organization can view your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. How Long We Keep Your Information We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. • Contact form submissions and meeting requests: Retained for up to 3 years for follow-up and reference, then deleted or anonymized. • Marketing email subscriptions: Retained until you unsubscribe. • Website analytics data: Retained for up to 26 months. You may request deletion of your information at any time (see Section 8).

6. Your Rights and Choices Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information: • Access: Request a copy of the information we have about you. • Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information. • Deletion: Ask us to delete your information. • Opt-out of marketing: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the link in the email footer, or by contacting us directly. • Restrict processing: Ask us to limit how we use your information. • Data portability: Request your data in a portable format. To exercise any of these rights, email us at garrett@gdsquared.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days. California Residents (CCPA) If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what categories of personal information we collect and the right to opt out of any sale of personal information. We do not sell your personal information. European Economic Area (GDPR) If you are in the EEA or UK, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the lawful bases on which we process your data: • Consent: when you submit a contact form or book a meeting • Legitimate interest: to respond to inquiries and improve our services • Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how visitors use our Site. Types of cookies we use: • Essential cookies — necessary for the Site to function (e.g., session management). • Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors interact with the Site (e.g., Google Analytics). • Personalization cookies — remember your preferences and tailor content to your interests. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain parts of the Site. We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals.

8. Children's Privacy Our Site and services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at garrett@gdsquared.com so we can delete it.

9. Third-Party Links Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. International Data Transfers GD Squared is based in the United States. If you are accessing our Site or services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country. By using our Site or providing your information, you consent to the transfer of your data to the United States.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If the changes are significant, we will provide additional notice (such as a banner on our Site or an email if you have subscribed to our communications). We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: GD Squared Email: garrett@gdsquared.com Website: gdsquared.com